7 h. ago West Lothian community centre group to 'dissolve' next year due to running costs

The move comes in protest at West Lothian Council’s proposals to press ahead with changes to the way community centres and halls are run as the council tires to wring £1 million in budget savings from them.

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7 h. ago New West Lothian Xcite community gym set to open with 'state

The community gym, located at West Calder High School will be opening mid-September with the same kit used in all Xcite gyms.

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8 h. ago Pitches were perfect before quad riders tore across turf in West Lothian park as season kicked off

Whitburn FC use the community facility at King George V Park for matches and training

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11 h. ago Remarkable West Lothian mum urges people to consider fostering

Denise Hopkinson, who has been married to husband Rick for almost 50 years, was herself fostered as a young girl, and it was this period of her life that gave her the motivation and drive to become a foster carer herself.

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12 h. ago West Lothian town rallies together to save gala day after vandals strike

Residents of Armadale were devastated when several rented items were damaged by a handful of youths at the gala day in June.

Events

13 h. ago West Lothian locals in poor areas 'more likely to experience loneliness'

A region wide survey conducted in the wake of the Covid pandemic saw the county trail behind Edinburgh and East Lothian in physical and emotional health issues.

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16 h. ago New asylum seeker dispersal centre in market town to house up to 35 people

The local MP said speculation about the centre had caused 'confusion and alarm' within the community

Events

32 h. ago West Lothian Schools Pipe Band were crowned World Champions in their grade

The talented band members picked up the top trophy in the Novice A section for the first time, after being runners-up for the last four years.

Culture

33 h. ago West Lothian pancake spot closes as diners say it 'came out of nowhere'

Stack and Still have thanked their customers in Livingston, after closing their doors for the final time.

Politics

48 h. ago More checks, tests and scans to be offered out of hours at local health centres

There are 100 community diagnostic centres across England offering out-of-hours services, 12 hours a day seven days a week

Science

51 h. ago Scottish Government failing West Lothian stroke survivors according to leading charity

Figures released by Public Heath Scotland this week as part of their Scottish Stroke Improvement Programme revealed the country is falling unacceptably short of its own target of 80% of stroke patients receiving an inpatient bundle which aims to ensure the best chance of survival and recovery.

Events

55 h. ago Award winning kitchen company announces expansion into West Lothian

Silver Birch Interiors is set to open a brand-new state-of-the-art showroom in Livingston on September 27

Events

55 h. ago Pensioners lose battle to save West Lothian community cafe in their retirement home

An 11th-hour rescue plan, which would have kept just one paid member of staff at the Rosemount Gardens cafe, was rejected by the Integration Joint Board which oversees social care.

Events

4 d. ago Demolition work starts on old Chapelhall Senior Citizens Centre to make space for new community hub

Project is being led by the Chapelhall Community Development Group, who plan to build a new two-storey centre that will offer activities and services based on local needs.

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5 d. ago Boots team could play an even greater role in delivering NHS services in West Lothian

The challenge of retail crime was also discussed during the visit

Sport

5 d. ago Rapist who attacked three women in West Lothian and Falkirk caged

Kevin Malloy, 39, has been caged for nine years.

Events

5 d. ago Fashion accessories chain Claire's files for administration putting West Lothian stores at risk

Employees at the Almondvale Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet are being contacted

Events

5 d. ago Motherwell & Wishaw MSP Clare Adamson visits CentrePoint Community Hub Garden in Gowkthrapple

She was welcomed by Richard Bolton and Lauren McFayden for a guided tour of the flourishing outdoor space.

Politics

6 d. ago Funding boost for community development trust in West Lothian village

It's part of a £2.5 million package supporting almost 80 organisations across Scotland

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6 d. ago Thousands of tabletop gamers return to the Royal Highland Centre this September

Tabletop Scotland is one of the UK’s premier festivals of analogue gaming, allowing visitors to unplug from technology and enjoy the best in board games, card games and roleplaying games. With over 130 different exhibitors, gamers will be spoilt for choice when exploring the tabletop hobby at the Highland Hall, Royal Highland Centre, over three days on the 5th, 6th, and 7th of September.

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